On Fri, 16 Jul 2010 06:36:50 -0700 (PDT), Cam >
wrote:

> On Jul 14, 1:44*pm, piedmont > wrote:
> > I sampled one teaspoon of EVOO/extra virgin olive oil today out of
> > curiousity. I was suprised at how mildly harsh it tasted, Not a burning
> > sensation but left an impression and almost bitter.
> >
> > any comments on how EVOO should taste?
> >
> > --
> > regards,
> >
> > piedmont (michael)
>
> It should taste good on it's own. It's like the rule about cooking
> with wine. Don't use it in a recipe if you wouldn't drink it.
>
> Cam
> mildly harsh?

Are you saying it should be mildly harsh? No way! Different OO's
have nuances if you taste more than one together, but a harsh flavor
isn't anything to desire.

--

Forget the health food. I need all the preservatives I can get.